Curtis
/kertihs/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Curtis is a English name meaning "Courteous". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Austria, BE, Bahrain. The etymology of Curtis is uncertain, but possibilities include Old French 'curteis' meaning 'courteous', or a surname derived from a topographic name meaning 'dweller at the court or manor house'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic kertihs
IPA kɝtɪs
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as kertihs. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Curtis
- · Curtis Mayfield - Musician
- · Curtis Jackson (50 Cent) - Rapper
- · Curtis Stone - Chef
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